I like the Giant Toughroad SLR 2. It's reasonably priced with carbon forks and 2 x 9 speed gearing for any situation you might encounter.
I'm very pleased with my 2018 Giant Sedona. Giant IMO make some of the best value bikes whether you want a $10,000 racing bike or a $500 comfort bike like my Sedona.
Problem is, I'm not the only one that thinks that way. All the bikes I looked at to try something more aggressive are sold out. Actualy I might enjoy this Toughroad, Would probably put narrower tires on though when the stock ones wear out.
For those who like the drop bar gravel bike, Giant's Revolt line looks like a fine choice. Looks very comfortable for a drop bar bike, more like an endurance gravel bike.